‘DD Sahyadri’ gearing up for Prime Time competition
In spite of competition faced from private channels, Doordarshan Sahyadri channel is trying to make its presence felt, among section of people, living in some cities and rural areas of Maharashtra. Till now, Doordarshan had not tapped the prime time slots for their serials, during the past several years. But, now they are all set to introduce nine new serials, on different subjects and with well known artistes, during the prime time 8pm to 10 pm.daily.
Among the new serials, prominent among them will be ‘Maati Kokanchi Naati Janmachi’ which is targeted at youngsters from Konkan. Then, there are other social issues presented through story based serials like ‘Pashanpati’ and period serial ‘Sushilecha Dev’ based on the novel of Waman Malhar Joshi. There will be family serials like ‘Vachanbaddh’, ‘Goshta Umaltya Manachi’ and ‘Sangarsh Milanacha’ to inspire the women. To entertain the children, there will be an interesting serial like ‘Bunty Television.
We also understand that actress Aishwarya Narkar will also be presenting series of stories through her new serial ‘Chitrakathi’, based on the literature of well known writers, under the banner of her new production company ‘Aishwarya Arts’. For those, who love to watch detective serials, DD Sahyadri will be presenting interesting murder mysteries, detected through their serial ‘Anakalniya’. Now, it will be interesting to see, how these serials will compete with other ongoing Marathi serials on private channels ? But, one thing is sure, that DD Sahyadri is ready for it, as the subjects they have picked up, are very interesting .
Now, talking about the new arrivals on private channels, there was big hope from Bharat Jadhav show on Colors channel. But, their initial episodes were not very appealing. They need to focus more on good scripting.
In ‘Majhe Pati Soubhagyavati’ there was a lot of time wasted in preparing Vaibhav Mangale in the make up of an actress, for the photo shoot. The scene, in which Vaibhav hesitating to be free, in presence of actor Ashok Shinde , for the photo shoot, wasn’t very convincing. Being a professional actor, there was no need to show him feeling shy, in front of another male actor. One could understand his awkwardness in presence of the hair dresser, but not the male lead actor. Moreover, it is observed that the exchange of dialogues between Ramesh Bhatkar and Ashok Shinde, are repeated several times, with the same expressions given by both.
What was interesting to watch during the week, was the gripping story split in three episodes, in ‘Asmita’ on Zee Marathi. But, showing the parallel investigation carried out by ‘Asmita’ to prove her ‘father in law guilty’ in the murder of her father, only diverted the interest from the ongoing case of fake Income tax Officers.
Shreyas opts for new artistes for his maiden TV production
At a time, when we are watching competition among different Marathi channels to engage big stars in their serials, Shreyas Talpade has preferred new stars for his maiden Marathi TV serial ‘Tumcha Aamcha Same Asata’.The serial will be telecast from 31st August on Star Pravah channels from Monday to Saturday at 8.30pm.
Directed by ‘Classmates’ fame director Aditya Sarpotdar, this serial will present Amruta Deshmukh as Gauri and Shravan Shinde as Ishan, the two lead artistes of this serial. The other popular artistes in this serial are Anand Ingale, Kavita Lad & Pushkar Shrotri.
‘Tumcha Aamcha Same Asata’ will be a contemporary love story of Gauri & Ishan. While Gauri belongs to a well to do family, Ishaan is shown as a struggling actor. In short, it is the story of two youngsters, who are extremely ambitious about their career & they cross each other’s paths.
‘Dil Dosti…. ‘ should come out of the four walls
The most popular serial among youngsters, ‘Dil Dosti Duniyadari’ is content most of the time, covering the happenings, within the four walls of the house, where the friends live at present. For a change, we only see Reshma’s first house , Reshma buying vegetables on the road or once the group going to a restaurant. Actually, looking at the popularity of the characters, it is high time, they should move for outing, for trekking, picnic or so. Watching the expressions on their faces and body language, it also gives an impression that even they, desperately need outing.
When we saw our ‘Double Seat’ film pair, coming for promotion in one of the episodes of this serial, it gave an impression that the friends will have to make some alternate arrangement, for their accommodation. But, that did not happen. It was just a fun. One can understand about the situation of the friends coming together after a tiring day, at this place. But, there is always a Sunday, which they can use for outing together.
In ‘Majhe Mann Tujhe Jhale’, we see Shekhar offering shelter to a stranger little notorious boy, in his house, much against the wish of his female family members. . But, instead of sending him to school or putting him in a good boarding school, he is encouraging him to do the work at home. Last time, this boy, was shown selling old bhangar items, in front of their house. Isn’t that encouraging child labour ? By the way, the boy doesen’t look like an Orphan. And, he is too loud, with his Bambaiya accent, which is commonly seen in Bollywood films.
‘Nanda Soukhyabhare’ seems to be going ‘Runji’ way. At least, the initial episodes indicate so. Just watch the characters in this serial and the happenings, especially, the behavior of street smart Swanandi. Hope, it does not repeat the same ‘tit for tat’ attitude between Saas and bahu after her marriage.
Now, talking about Jui played by Mrunal Dusanis in ‘Asa Saasar Surekh Bai’ , we find her almost in the second lead, with lot of importance being given to her sister. Also, the character of an educated youngster played by Santosh Juvekar, is shown, believing in what his fortune teller uncle advises him. Otherwise, he is shown a self respected person. Well, we all know, that finally he is going to marry Jui; but, how long he is going to tolerate Jui’s arrogant sister ? Let us wait and see.
‘Amar Prem’ begins on Zee Marathi
New arrival on Zee Marathi Channel, is a bittersweet tale of two culturally divergent families . After all, love does have a strange knack of blossoming between two souls. But, what happens when the two bipolar opposites fall in love also happen to hail from two very different worlds, with very little in common? And, this is what is termed as ‘Amar Prem’. It is the story of two people in love, separated by the boundaries of religion.
This sensitive story deals with the trials and tribulations of a Muslim girl in love with a Hindu boy and her quest for her identity. In short, ‘Amar Prem’ is Amruta’s story, who is a simple girl who values her family more than anything. She is all set to become a psychologist, when fate brings her face to face with Satyajit – the boy, who her parents have selected for her younger sister, Suruchi.
Satyajit, instantly falls for Amruta but she doesn’t encourage him in any way. Amruta finally confesses her feelings for Satyajit, after a lot of push and support from Suruchi. But this is just the beginning of her woes. Not only does her mother oppose this relation in every way she can but she also reveals a secret from the past that shatters Amruta’s world.
Amruta sets out to find meaning in her seemingly pointless life. Satyajit and Suruchi stand by her in this difficult phase. What remains to be seen is whether Amruta will face the harsh reality or will she surrender to it and give up on the world that she has so fiercely protected.
‘Amar Prem ‘ begins on Zee Marathi at 9:00 PM every Monday to Friday, from 27th September.
Saii Ranade Sane steps in ‘Tujha ni Majh Ghar Shrimantacha’
We just can’t miss Saii Ranade Sane for a long time on small screen. Ever since the talented marathi actress made her appearance on small screen, she has grabbed the attention of viewers with her performance and looks. Recently, Saii played the lead in E-tv’s ‘Kasturi’and was doing very well, but the serial stopped its telecast mid way, without specifying any reasons. This must have caused a great disappointment to an actress of her caliber.
But, as someone has rightly said, “Our opportunities to do good are our talents.”. Saii has made a quick comeback through an ongoing serial ‘Tujhe Ni Majha Ghat Shrimantacha’ .She is playing the girl friend of youngest grandson of Ramesh Deo’s family. Let us wait and see, whether her entry proves lucky to increase the popularity of the serial.
‘Kashyala Udyachi Baat’ – filled with mystery
Replacing the popular serial ‘Agnihotra’ will be another mystery filled serial on Star Pravah at prime time. Based on the backdrop of ‘challenges in Astrology’, the story of the serial revolves around two women with the same fate lines on their hand. Presented by Vivel, ‘Kashyala Udychi Baat’ revolves around a character of Revathi, a typical Maharashtrian girl pursuing a course in Astronomy. She stumbles upon a shocking truth that her fate lines match exactly with another woman, who is 25 years elder to her.
Known for handling such mystery filled scripts, Satish Rajwade will be directing this serial using his skills of twists and turns in the screenplay. Bhakti Desai plays Revathi while Siddharth Chandekar( ‘Agnihotra’ fame) will be her co-star in the company of big wigs like Mohan Joshi, Avinash Narkar, Sharad Ponkshe, ashwini ekbote, Sagar Talashikar, Rani Gunaji and Majushree Godse.
So, from 3rd May at 9 pm between Monday to Friday get ready to watch this mystery filled serial.
‘Vachan Dile Tu Malaa’ on Star Pravah
Star Pravah channel has been inviting the attention of viewers by offering variety of subjects through different Marathi serials. Now, their new serial ‘Vachan Dile Tu Malaa’ is based on the promise given by a boy to a girl during adolescent friendship, that he would marry her only.’Vachan Dile Tu Malaa’ is a story of Rama who is eagerly waiting for her boyfriend Shreyas to return back to India and keep his promise.
‘Love’ knows no bounds. It has no limitations of time, place and can be experienced anytime, anywhere. When it comes to expressing love, those are deeply involved in it, do not care much about the presence of others around them. Produced by Mamata and Yash Patnaik under the banner of ‘Beyond Dreams’ and directed by resourceful director Ashish Patil, ‘Vachan Dile Tu Malaa’ revolves around the life of Rama, who is patiently waiting for the return of her boyfriend Shreyas, who is abroad with his parents for his higher studies.
Newcomer Mayuri Wagh, who plays Rama, makes her debut through this serial opposite Marathi film star Pushkar Jog, who will be seen playing the role of Shreyas. The other artistes of this serial include Sulbha Deshpande, Rajendra Chawla, B Patil, Shrikant Desai, Asavari Joshi, Jyotsna Karyekar, Smita Pawar, Susrut Mankani, Harsha Gupte, Vinayak Pandit, Amruta Sawant, Alka Sathe and Sachin Gokhale. With screenplay and title song penned by Rohini Ninawe, veteran Ashok Patki has composed the music, on the melodious voice of Devki Pandit.
Mi Marathi coming up with ‘Saheb’
The word ‘Politics’ itself goes on to say a lot. It elaborates more with the terms like group rivalry, claims , counter claims and above all the hypocrisy. Today, each and every field comprises of the same, but many of us don’t notice it. For a long time we haven’t seen a Marathi serial based on such a Political spoof. Mi Marathi channel is now coming up with their new serial ‘Saheb’ which will depict the actual happenings in the life of a hard core successful businessman- Abasaheb. There is a say, “However successful a person may be, his next generation may not inherit the same strengths and success as acquired by him”.
Aaba, is a multifaceted and dominant individual with a gifted personality. Each and every member in the family, be it his wife, children, in- laws; they are all under his obligation, in some way or the other. It is the spread of his business empire that has involved all these near and dear ones into the network. ‘Saheb’ goes on to describe how this successful empire created by Abasaheb gives way to disputes, clashes and hostility arising out of love and friendship within the relationship.
‘Saheb’ brings face to face the personality clash between the commanding Aabasaheb and his dynamic youngest daughter-in-law, who refuses to follow his orders. You may call it a political conflict or drama. With stalwart like Vikram Gokhale playing the central role, the cast of ‘Saheb’ comprises of talented artistes like Ila Bhate, Sanjay Kshemkalyani, Shravani Pillay, sandeep Bhansali, Swapnali Patil, Anant Jog, Jayant savarkar, Rajan Bhise, Seema Deshmukh, Manjusha Godse and Abhijit Chavan.
‘Savitri’ is not time-bound character ” Sameera Gujar”
Marathi literature has got a huge tradition of “women empowerment” stories. Many authors has unveiled various aspects of woman and contributed in women empowerment movement. Later Marathi films carried the same social responsibility and now Marathi serials are also transmitting the same tradition.
‘Savitri‘ – the new Marathi serial at Zee Marathi belongs to the same folklore. The serial is designed to catch up the prime time female audiences and to provide a nice entertainment at 7 o’ clock for weekdays.
Samira Gujar a prominent upcoming face is plating a lead character called Tanvi. Samira sounds quiet exciting about her role. “After long struggle of 8 years I am playing a lead role in this serial. Tanvi is self empowered women and she doesn’t restrict her qualities to herself. But also helps the other women in society. It is dream of every woman to present a character like this. I have no doubt that whole Maharashtra will accept me and I’ll become one of their family member.”
The Tanvi is next door girl in the serial. Young, innocent honest, cultured and so on… but she has guts to fight against odds. She lends a hand toward her weak, exploited friends, Fights for them even by sacrificing her life. “It wasn’t a too difficult task for me to represt Tanvi” says Samira.My nature more or less matches Tanvi. But I strongly feel that every Indian womean should acquire qualities of Savitri. She fought for her husband. Many values have been changed over a period of time. But ‘Savitri’ is still ideal lady. Tanvi tries to provoke ‘Savitri’ that is hidden somewhere in every Indian woman.
Basically daily soaps are made for targeting female audiences and ‘Savitri’ is haunting characters since ancient times. Samira Gujar ha already been accepted by Marathi audiences through various serials. Thus it won’t be a surprise if it catches the TRP.